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EVO 5X

1998 Mitsubishi Evo

Yellow Petrol 1990cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2022
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

99,573 mi
Last recorded99,573 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2021
Typical for 1998 Mitsubishi Evo82,453 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEVO 5X
MakeMitsubishi
ModelEvo
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,990cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2021 99,573 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2019 98,487 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2018 97,046 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2017 94,576 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2015 92,850 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2014 89,476 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2013 86,226 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 5 Sep 2012 81,345 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 5 Sep 2011 78,833 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 5 Sep 2011 78,833 miles

Nearside Front brake caliper securing device loose (3.5.1j)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Aug 2010 77,081 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Aug 2009 72,570 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2009 72,570 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 5 May 2007 62,522 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2006 52,104 miles

How Reliable is the Mitsubishi Evo?

Based on 5,828 MOT tests across 539 vehicles.

81.6%
Pass Rate
2,296
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
539
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 195
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 141
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive 125
fog lamp not working 121
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 121
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EVO 5X is a 1998 Mitsubishi Evo in Yellow with a 1,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1998 Mitsubishi Evo models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.3% with a typical mileage of 82,453 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mitsubishi Evo fails its MOT is exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive, accounting for 195 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EVO 5X, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mitsubishi Evo typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 28 years old, this Mitsubishi Evo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EVO 5X registered?

EVO 5X is a 1998 Mitsubishi Evo, first registered on 25 June 1998.

Is EVO 5X safe to buy?

The MOT history for EVO 5X shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EVO 5X have outstanding finance?

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